Guide to Carpet Cleaning Vans » Carpet Cleaning Methods

Dry Carpet Cleaning vs. Carpet Steam Cleaning

mikesf — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 04:33:10 +0000

The debate on dry carpet cleaning vs. carpet steam cleaning (or extraction cleaning) continues to rage on among carpet cleaning professionals and consumers alike. The chorus of questions goes something like this:

Which one provides the most thorough cleaning Which uses the least amount of water Which one dries the fastest Which one is safest for the environment Which one is safest for my home Which is best for commercial or residential cleaning

These are all good questions but sometimes difficult to answer due to the complex nature of the cleaning process and the ever present marketing hype that surrounds this topic. Let’s take a look at these two methods and see if we can’t help clear up some confusion.

Dry carpet cleaning is not a single process but a collection of different products and techniques for cleaning carpets with a minimum use of water. They can be grouped into two basic [more]

Your Must-Know Guide to Green Carpet Cleaning

mikesf — Tue, 18 May 2010 20:09:09 +0000

Global warming and the environment are on everyone’s mind these days. The concerns have sparked a ‘green’ revolution where every business, big or small, is getting scrutinized for how environmentally safe their business practices and products are.

Carpet cleaning is no exception. The most successful companies will be the ones who can navigate thru the maze of good, but sometimes misguided, intentions and separate hype from reality. Lets take a look at how you can use ‘green’ to protect the environment and improve your business at the same time.

Why should you be concerned about being green? If approached from a realistic perspective, it can be a win-win for all parties involved. The environment benefits from safer chemicals and proper treatment of waste water. Your employees benefit from not having to breathe or handle harmful chemicals and solvents. Your business benefits as you market your ‘green’ focus while still providing the best [more]

Methods for Cleaning Carpets

mikesf — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:25:20 +0000

There are several methods of carpet cleaning in use today to meet the needs of different types of customers. Generally, the deep clean methods work the best but have longer drying times. The cleaning methods that only affect to top portion of the carpet are useful for more frequent, shallower cleaning as they are faster to dry. The most common methods are described below.

Hot water extraction or ‘steam cleaning’ is the most common and arguably the most effective method to clean your carpets. This method ‘deep cleans’ your carpet and improves not only the look and smell but can also extend the life of your carpet. It involves the use of a detergent solution that is forced into the carpet by a pump then the solution is sucked out of the carpet with a high powered vacuum. Pressurized hot water is also used to help break down greasy dirt and [more]